Job overview
SPONSORSHIP/VISA
Currently we are unable to provide certificates of sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the Home Office’s criteria. Anyone requiring a certificate of sponsorship or if they do not hold the correct level of Visa therefore unable to be shortlisted and interviewed
Please note this vacancy may close early subject to the number of applications received. Please ensure you complete your application at your earliest convenience
This is a Bank position only
We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our bank staff
Powys Teaching Health Board is responsible for meeting the health and wellbeing needs of the population of Powys. As a rural Health Board we have around 133,000 people living across an area that is a quarter of the land mass of Wales. Powys is the largest county in Wales with Snowdonia to the North and the Brecon Beacons to the South, the spectacular scenery is something to behold. Working in partnership, we commission and provide award-winning hospital, community, mental health and learning disability services, so our portfolio is varied and diverse. We are proud to offer patients an unrivalled level of care, not to mention a wide range of careers for professionals who want to make a real difference. If working for Powys Teaching Health Board is something that is of interest, we may have an opportunity just for you.
Main duties of the job
Works as part of the multidisciplinary team delivering care to patients/service users experiencing mental health needs in the community/home setting or inpatient services, with support and supervision provided by a registered healthcare professional. • Undertakes or supports personal care activities, daily living skills/tasks and clinical care duties with minimal support and supervision as delegated by a registered healthcare professional in accordance with the HEIW All Wales Guidelines for Delegation. • Supports the enhanced observation of patients who present as a high risk to themselves or others due to a mental health, cognitive or clinical condition. • Ensures the registered healthcare professional is regularly updated on the patients/client’s condition and progress. • Ensures the working environment is safe and hygienic following infection prevention and control policies and processes. • Contributes to the teaching and supervision of students and junior staff. • Delivers role in accordance with Health Board Values and Code of Conduct for HCSW’s in Wales including maintaining physical, procedural and relational security.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Working within a multidisciplinary and multi agency setting
Desirable
- Experience of working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
- Experience of working within the NHS
Values/Other
Essential
- Ability to work a range of shift patterns
- Ability to Travel
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills – verbal, non-verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and sensitively
- Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
- Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
- Organisational skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise own and others workload efficiently
- Ability to use technology to undertake the role e.g. Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such TEAMS
- Physically able to carry out duties of the role e.g. lifting, assisting with mobility, implementing restraint (if required) and performing other manual tasks
Desirable
- Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject OR equivalent experience and can evidence work based competency demonstrating theoretical knowledge, and the ability to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role which is gained through experience and worked based training/short courses
- Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
- Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures within a healthcare setting e.g. the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, and confidentiality e.g. General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR)
- Complete certified/accredited physical intervention training e.g. Prevention & Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) during induction
Desirable
- Certified/accredited physical intervention training e.g. Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA)
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This advert is for Bank Wales Nursing Support Worker Mental Health with Powys Teaching Health Board in Bronllys, West Wales, Wales. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £26,813 - £27,890 Per Annum, Pro Rata. Weekend and bank holiday enhancements apply. The contract type is Bank: 0 days (Pro Rata). The application deadline is 05 Aug 2026.
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